Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk

The Town of Petawawa is the largest community in Renfrew County with more than 17,000 residents. Located along the Ottawa River, the municipality is home to Canada's largest army base. Hosting festivals, events and programming year-round, Petawawa is an active community with recreation and culture programs for residents and visitors alike.

The Town of Petawawa is currently seeking an experienced professional to fulfill the position of Accounting Clerk. This is a full-time position.

The Accounting Clerk performs accounting and related clerical duties and provides clerical support services including customer services. Responsibilities include tasks such as recording financial transactions, updating financial records, processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and generating financial reports.

Description of Position:

• Performs duties relating to the accounts payable and accounts receivable cycles
• Assists with daily balancing, bank reconciliations and general cash handling
• Assists with preparation of quarterly and year-end reporting and account reconciliations
• Provides assistance in the ongoing maintenance of internal financial records, reports, documents and correspondence and in the preparation and maintenance of schedules for all town accounts and programs
• Assists with tax billing and mailings, posting of tax payments, issuing receipts and preparing tax certificates
• Responds to inquiries related to billing and outstanding balances; provides back up support for front counter reception
• Receives and processes payments for miscellaneous receivables, licences and permits
• Maintains council and board remuneration and expense records

Complete Job Description

• An accounting or business administration university degree, community college diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in a municipal work environment is an asset
• Proficiency in the use of computer programs, particularly Microsoft Office and accounting systems

Wage to commensurate with qualifications and experience and is based on a 35-hour work week. The town offers a pension and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and detailed resume, noting Accounting Clerk in the subject line, by 4:30pm on May 17, 2024.

The Town of Petawawa is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Town of Petawawa of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.